So was my husband. While we do not agree on everything, this one thing we did agree upon for many years.

However, that was until I made this recipe! These Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic made me a believer! I am now a brussels sprouts lover! That’s right! This recipe made me a convert.

However, I do admit to not loving all forms of cooking of brussels sprouts. OK, I still do not care for steaming or boiling brussels sprouts.

Previously, when I was a kid trying cabbage and Brussels sprouts and remembered the texture as being mushy. I was told that Brussels sprouts are often described similar to baby cabbage. That made me like them less because I thought of a mushy texture.

In contrast, these Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic are crispy. Why is this recipe different? The roasting, together with the bacon, really make the difference.

Most of all, the roasting of these Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic, caramelizes the brussels sprouts and releases all that flavor that other cooking techniques don’t. It makes them crispy and nutty and adds that smoky bacon flavor.

Amazing!!! I’m not a brussels sprouts fan and I mean hugely not. Nevertheless, I wanted to find a recipe that would make my husband say “Oh yeah…that’s perfect “ because he loves them. The great surprise was this recipe not only WOWed Him but won me over.

We made two alterations…

1- Add 2 fresh jalapeños, de seeded and washed. Chop into small pieces (not minced). Add them in when adding the onions and bacon. Although we’re from Texas and like it hot, which is why we added them. We found the blend to be more flavorful than spicy. It was a great add. 2- Before placing in the oven, sprinkle everything with grated Parmesan cheese to taste.